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Lifting a Sinking Concrete Porch in Jacksonville, Oregon
The Challenge: A Sinking Porch and Daily Worries
In the historic and charming town of Jacksonville, Oregon, known for its well-preserved 19th-century buildings and scenic beauty, lived an elderly couple, avid gardeners who cherished their home’s inviting front porch. This porch wasn’t just an entryway; it was their favorite spot for morning coffee, evening chats, and waving to neighbors strolling by.
Over the past few years, a subtle but unsettling problem had begun to emerge: their concrete porch was noticeably sinking. What started as a slight tilt became more pronounced, leading to increasingly wobbly tables and chairs. This made their daily routines on the porch uncomfortable and, more importantly, unsafe. The signs were clear:
Wobbling Furniture: Their beloved patio table and chairs, once sturdy, now rocked and swayed with every touch, making meals and relaxation a precarious affair. Cups of tea threatened to spill, and the simple act of sitting down became a cautious maneuver.
Tripping Hazard: Uneven sections of the porch, most noticeable by their door, created distinct trip hazards, a significant concern for the couple, who valued their mobility and independence. Navigating the porch, especially in the early morning or evening light, required extra vigilance.
Aesthetic Decline: Cracks snaked across the concrete, and the noticeable slope detracted from the otherwise well-maintained appearance of their historic home. The porch, once a source of pride, now looked neglected.
Water Pooling: Rainwater began to collect in the sunken areas, forming puddles that lingered long after the rain stopped. This not only made the porch slippery but also raised worries about water potentially seeping towards the house foundation.
The Solution: TerraFirma Concrete Leveling with Polyurethane and NexusPro
The couple knew they needed a reliable and quick solution. They were keen to avoid the extensive disruption and mess of traditional concrete replacement, which seemed overwhelming given their age and desire to maintain their peaceful home environment. They sought a solution that would restore their porch’s stability and beauty with minimal fuss.
After hearing positive reviews from neighbors and conducting their own research, the homeowners contacted TerraFirma for assistance. TerraFirma’s team recommended their advanced concrete leveling system, a combination of high-density polyurethane foam injection and NexusPro joint sealant. This non-invasive approach promised to be efficient, durable, and perfectly suited to their needs.
Polyurethane Foam Injection:
The core of the solution involved injecting a specialized, expanding polyurethane foam beneath the sunken concrete slabs of the porch. This method is highly favored for its precision and minimal impact:
Controlled Lifting: A two-part liquid polyurethane was injected through these holes. As it expanded, the foam filled any voids beneath the concrete, gently lifting the porch slabs back to their original, level position. The process was carefully monitored to ensure precise and even lifting.
NexusPro Joint Sealant:
Once the porch slabs were perfectly leveled, the next vital step was to protect the newly repaired surface and prevent future issues. NexusPro, a high-performance, silicone-based sealant, was applied to all cracks and joints:
Enhanced Aesthetics: Beyond its protective qualities, NexusPro provides a clean, professional finish, seamlessly blending with the concrete and significantly improving the overall appearance of the repaired porch.
Durability and Flexibility: NexusPro is specifically engineered for concrete, offering exceptional durability. It remains highly flexible, accommodating the natural expansion and contraction of concrete due to temperature changes, which prevents the sealant from cracking or breaking down over time.
Our TerraFirma team approached the project with efficiency and respect for the homeowners’ property. We completed the entire concrete leveling and sealing process within just two days, causing minimal disruption to the couple’s daily lives. The small injection holes were nearly invisible, and thanks to the rapid curing of the polyurethane, the homeowners were able to safely use their porch almost immediately after the work was done.
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